accrue
Translation
to accrue, to accumulate, to build up
Examples
Interest will accrue on the account.
Interest will accrue on the account.
Benefits will accrue to you from this policy.
Benefits will accrue to you from this policy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to accrue Interest will accrue on the account.
((sth.)) to accrue to ((sb.)) Benefits will accrue to you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accumulate, amass, collect; Antonyms: decrease, diminish, dwindle
Etymology
From Latin 'accrescere' (to grow), from 'ad-' (to) + 'crescere' (to grow).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'crew' growing in size. To 'accrue' is to grow or accumulate, especially money or benefits.